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Ever feel like the law is stacked against you? It probably is. Broken Law speaks truth to power in discussing how our laws and legal system serve the few at the expense of the many. This is where law meets real life. Hosted by the staff of the American Constitution Society, we reckon with the origins of our legal system, interview people on the frontlines of the progressive legal movement, and cha... more

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Kim Lane Scheppele joins Valerie Nannery to discuss how America’s slide into autocracy is similar to and different from autocratic shifts around the world, how far America is on the path to autocracy, and what we can all do to stop the descent. 

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Lindsay Langholz is joined by ACS San Diego Lawyer Chapter leaders Kevin Gregg and Emily Howe to discuss immigration cases making their way through federal courts, who gets to decide who is an American, what protection citizenship or legal status pro... more

The rights protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution are essential for the proper functioning of a responsive democracy.  As we mark the end of the first year of the Second Trump Administration, Nora Benavidez joins Lindsay Langholz t... more

Introducing ACS's New President!  Phil Brest joins Lindsay Langholz to discuss his background in judicial nominations, the perspective he brings to his new role, and the political moment we all find ourselves in as he takes the helm at ACS.

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Kim Lane Scheppele
Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor of Sociology and International Affairs at Princeton University
University Center for Human Values at Princeton University
Episode: Episode 194: How Close to Autocracy Are We?
Nora Benavidez
Senior Counsel and Director of Digital Justice and Civil Rights at Free Press
Free Press
Episode: Episode 192: One Year of Trump's Chokehold on Free Speech
Phil Brest
New President of the American Constitution Society, with a background in judicial nominations and legal advocacy.
American Constitution Society
Episode: Episode 191: New Year, New Leadership at ACS
Scott Sakiyama
Attorney and activist in Oak Park, Illinois
Episode: Episode 189: 'Stand Up Now': Lessons Learned on the Ground in Chicago
Michalyn Steele
The Marion G. Romney Professor of Law at BYU Law
Brigham Young University, BYU Law
Episode: Episode 188: Carrying the Day: Reordering Legal Values Toward Indigenous Rights in Sacred Sites
Rebecca Dussich
State Director of the Buckeye Justice Forum, a project of Lead Ohio
Lead Ohio
Episode: Episode 185: So You're Thinking of Running for Office...
Mark Lemley
William H. Neukom Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and partner at Lex Lumina
Stanford Law School
Episode: Episode 182: Waging Lawfare Against Democracy
Jennifer Oliva
Professor of Law and Val Nolan Faculty Fellow at Maurer School of Law
Indiana University Bloomington
Episode: Episode 181: AI and Health Equity
Michael Li
Senior Counsel in the Brennan Center's Democracy Program
Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: Episode 180: The Voting Rights Act at 60

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Lindsay Langholz
Senior Director of Policy and Program at the American Constitution Society, focusing on legal solutions for social justice issues.
Taonga Leslie
Director of Policy and Program for Racial Justice, leading initiatives to promote equity within the legal system.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • This is a great podcast for progressive minded lawyers and anyone interested in learning more about the law.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    epsowa
    2 months ago
  • Host Valerie Nannery

    The host Valerie Nannery is great! Excellent interview style; easy going and incisive.

    Put her on more, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chuchazo
    United States2 years ago
  • 5.16.23

    Excellent show about the shadow docket. I need to send this epi to my state reps. Your guest, Stephen Vladeck, was full of info. and I have added his book to my list. thank you for this enlightening podcast epi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    midwestBlue
    United States3 years ago
  • Far-left ridiculous agit-prop

    If you can take these people seriously you need to go touch grass, they have a fatal case of progressive Commie brain worms

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    VietSchlong
    United States3 years ago
  • Please cut the sarcasm

    Great content and merit, very informative. But please cut the sarcasm; it’s a bad process. There’s so much of it that it significantly detracts from the power of you arguments.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    We're All Just Leaves
    United States4 years ago

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Many appreciate the variety and relevance of topics discussed, particularly their impact on marginalized communities.
The hosts facilitate thoughtful conversations that encourage listener involvement in social justice.
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Engaging discussions with experts provide enlightening perspectives on pressing legal issues.

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Episode 194: How Close to Autocracy Are We?
Q: What are the steps wannabe autocrats take to attack democratic institutions?
They often disable the legislature, control the judiciary, undermine civil society, and manipulate elections.
Episode 194: How Close to Autocracy Are We?
Q: How would you define democracy and autocracy?
Democracy involves the possibility of free and fair elections, while autocracy occurs when the possibility of changing leadership through elections is reduced even while institutions appear to function normally.
Episode 194: How Close to Autocracy Are We?
Q: Can we start with a short description of what Autocratic Legalism means?
Autocratic Legalism refers to the way that democracies are dismantled through legal frameworks established by those in power, often through free elections.
Episode 190: Defending Immigrant Speech
Q: Can you elaborate on the strengths of that and especially how that might be viewed in light of this plenary power doctrine?
The challenge involves arguing that the grounds for deportation are excessively vague and can chill First Amendment rights, particularly if they can be applied to lawful speech, as demonstrated in the case of Mahmoud Khalil.
Episode 189: 'Stand Up Now': Lessons Learned on the Ground in Chicago
Q: What advice do you have for folks who might be similarly situated in communities facing similar situations?
Scott encouraged individuals to organize and engage actively in their communities, implying that there are various ways for people to contribute depending on their skills and passions.

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The content centers on the intersection of law, democracy, and social justice, addressing significant legal challenges and reforms. Episodes cover a range of subjects, from Indigenous rights and the implications of executive actions to the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives under legal scrutiny. Noteworthy discussions explore the complexities surrounding voting rights, reproductive rights, and the balance of power within the legal system, highlighting the impact of current events on marginalized communities. The podcast features engaging conversations with legal experts, providing insights into the evolving landscape of law and advocacy that resonate with listeners concerned about the justice system's fairness and ef... more

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2. Nora Benavidez
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4. Scott Sakiyama
5. Michalyn Steele
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7. Mark Lemley
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